Li Shiguang felt that his rational analysis was quite insightful. It might not be able to immediately change Mills' decision, but it would at least make him think about it seriously.
But Mills' reaction was completely unexpected by Li Shiguang.
He refused without hesitation.
The reason is simple: he's already 30 years old, and he doesn't have many more good years left in the fiercely competitive Premier League. Although his salary isn't high, he'd rather be a substitute at Leeds United and win the title without lifting a finger than go to another team and compete for a starting position! Forget West Ham United, even if Real Madrid offered to buy him, he wouldn't leave!
These words left Li Shiguang somewhat speechless.
Faced with Mills's statement of loyalty, Li Shiguang really didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
After three years as a black market dealer, this was the first time Li Shiguang had encountered a situation where he couldn't sell players. The key issue was that the problem stemmed from the players themselves, which was quite absurd!
Mills just renewed his contract with the club this winter.
Considering that he was a club veteran, his salary was not high, and Li Shiguang, who was not short of money, generously offered him a four-year contract, enough for Mills to play until retirement.
····
As arranged by Li Shiguang.
That afternoon.
Leeds United's official website was updated for the first time since the summer transfer window opened, giving most fans who have been following Leeds United's transfer progress a little something to look forward to.
Welcome Leeds United academy graduate James Rodriguez to the first team.
Welcome Tony Cross back to Leeds United after his loan spell.
The two pieces of information did not take up much space, and since they only involved the promotion of youth players and the return of loaned players, they did not cause much of a stir.
Everyone stared at Rodriguez and Kroos's resumes, particularly the numbers 16 and 17 clearly marked in the age section, and fell into deep thought.
Where the hell did Li Shiguang find these geniuses?!
The 16-year-old Rodriguez was the best player in the England U17 league last season, delivering a terrifying record of 13 goals and 18 assists throughout the season.
The 17-year-old Kroos was even more outrageous. At such a young age, he joined Real Sociedad in La Liga on loan in the second half of last season and quickly entered the rotation squad. After Real Sociedad was relegated at the end of the season, Li Shiguang actually recalled him to Leeds United and put him directly into the first team.
Li Shiguang's accurate judgment of people has long been recognized in European football.
It's conceivable that, a few years from now, as long as these two players don't encounter any problems, Li Shiguang will probably make a fortune again!
While Leeds United were making their moves, Chelsea and Manchester United were also busy.
The clubs seemed to have made a pact.
Shortly after Leeds United's official website was updated, Chelsea and Manchester United also announced their new season signings on their official websites.
Abramovich ended his extravagant spending spree of the previous years.
Chelsea only took on two free agents, Shearer and Haim, then symbolically spent €1 to bring in Alex from PSV Eindhoven, and finally spent €20 million to bring in French winger Malouda from Lyon.
Compared to previous years, Chelsea's moves this year haven't really made much of a splash in the transfer market.
Compared to Chelsea, Manchester United is much more extravagant.
Last season's three runner-up finishes broke Ferguson's heart. This summer, the old sir persuaded the board to make a big investment in the transfer market, and unlike Li Shiguang, he didn't hold back, but poured it all out!
Signed Kasper Schmeichel for €18 million.
Nani was signed for £14 million.
Anderson was signed for £17 million.
Hargreaves was signed for £17 million.
The four major signings have left Manchester United fans reeling, making them instantly feel that the club will definitely be able to stand tall next season.
Some radical fans even went so far as to launch indiscriminate attacks on the official Twitter accounts of Chelsea and Leeds United.
The various violent remarks made even the usually emotionally stable Allen got a little angry.
It was a little after 4 p.m.
Li Shiguang emerged from the conference room at Thorpe Arch, followed by Lind, a reporter from the Yorkshire Post.
As soon as Li Shiguang came out, he saw Allen hurriedly walking over with his laptop in his hand.
As he approached, Allen nodded to Lind in greeting, then turned his gaze to Li Shiguang: "Boss, is it over?"
"Okay, it's over. Is there something you need?" Li Shiguang looked at the notebook in Allen's hand, his eyes full of doubt.
Nodding, Allen handed the notebook in his hand to Li Shiguang: "It's nothing major! It's just that after Manchester United announced their new summer signings this afternoon, their fans seemed to have a bit of a brainwave and started making a ruckus on our official Twitter account. Do you think I should arrange for someone to retaliate?"
Li Shiguang waved for Allen to take the computer back and smiled indifferently.
He couldn't be bothered to argue with these boring, extreme fans. His interview with Lind was actually a prelude to announcing Adriano and Kaká's transfers to Leeds United a few days later.
“I’m too lazy to waste money on this empty talk.” Li Shiguang pointed to the notebook Lin De was holding. “If our top reporter is quick to finish his article, the Yorkshire Post will be helping us build momentum tomorrow. No problem, let these people keep jumping around for a couple more days!”
····
Just as Li Shiguang said.
the next day.
The Yorkshire Post used the headline "[Li Shiguang: Leeds United's summer signings will cost nearly €90 million, and an official announcement is expected in the coming days!]" to generate buzz.
The press release Linde rushed out overnight clearly stated that the 90 million euros was not a gimmick; Leeds United had actually spent it.
In addition to the two young players who were previously announced on the official website to have joined the first team.
Leeds United have strengthened their squads in goal, midfield and attack, and have even brought in "world-class" stars for the midfield and attack positions!
World-class star!?
These words have attracted widespread attention.
Various speculations have also emerged in the comments section of Leeds United's official Twitter account.
[A world-class star? Beckham? Roberto Carlos? Or Raul?]
[Upstairs, is Leeds United Real Madrid's dumping ground? Do they let all sorts of weirdos come here?]
[Given that Leeds United spent €90 million on transfers, and assuming they spent €10 million on a world-class goalkeeper, then the other two players cost a total of €80 million! These are world-class players worth that price; everyone can see which one they are!]
[Could it be that Li managed to acquire Ronaldinho? In exchange for Yaya Touré?!]
Manchester United spent so much money in the summer transfer window, do you think it's possible...? Hmm?
[Impossible, absolutely impossible! Ferguson would never let Cristiano go!]
Amidst this discussion and suspicion...
Time quickly came to July 1st.
At 10 a.m., Leeds United's official website underwent its first update!
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com